Living in Shelton View-Meridian-3rd Southeast
Shelton View-Meridian is a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood in Bothell's western corridor, characterized by established single-family homes on generous lots, mature tree-lined streets, and strong schools in the Northshore School District. The area sits between I-405 and Meridian Avenue S (SR-527), with easy access to Canyon Park's commercial hub and the Burke-Gilman Trail. The housing stock is predominantly single-family, with a growing number of new-construction townhomes filling in around the edges.
Shelton View-Meridian is a car-dependent suburban neighborhood (Walk Score 32) with limited public transit (Transit Score 18) and minimal bike infrastructure (Bike Score 23). Most errands require a car, but Canyon Park's shopping and dining are a short drive north. The neighborhood is valued for its quiet streets, large lots, and access to parks and trails. Wallace Swamp Creek Park and Stipek Park are within the neighborhood; North Creek Trail and the Burke-Gilman Trail provide regional connectivity for cyclists and joggers.
Move-up buyers from condos or townhomes who want a single-family home on a large lot with excellent schools Tech workers at Google Kirkland (10 min), Amazon/Microsoft (20 min) who want a quieter suburban neighborhood Families who prioritize schools โ Shelton View Elementary (10/10) and North Creek High (10/10) are both top-ranked